Lucius — King of Kings Character Profile

About Lucius

Roman centurion originally sent by Herod to kill newborn boys in Bethlehem. Years later, tracks Jesus as a child but allows him to live. Fails to prevent a rebel ambush. Attends Jesus' crucifixion and declares, 'He is truly the Christ.'

Character Facts

Played by

Ron Randell

Appears in

King of Kings (1961)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Lucius — Narrative Witness & Believer — Jesus (Jeffrey Hunter)

  Roman centurion who observes the crucifixion and acknowledges Jesus' divinity.

• Lucius — Professional Commander & Subordinate — Pontius Pilate (Hurd Hatfield)

  Military chain of command linking the governor to his centurion.

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